EIRES – Eindhoven Institute for Renewable Energy Systems

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🔬 Iron Powder: A CO₂-Free Fuel for the Future? 🔥 In our transition to sustainable energy, iron powder is emerging as a promising alternative fuel. Unlike fossil fuels, it burns without emitting CO₂, producing only iron oxide (rust) as a byproduct. This rust can be reduced back to iron using renewable energy, creating a circular energy system. To make this technology viable at an industrial scale, we need a deeper understanding of iron combustion. In his PhD research, Mark Hulsbos measured the laminar burning velocity of iron-methane-air flames—key data that helps validate and refine computational models of iron combustion. His findings reveal that adding iron powder to methane-air flames reduces the burning velocity to about 16 cm/s, an important insight for designing efficient iron-based burners. Unlike conventional fuels, iron combustion involves countless micro-reactors burning simultaneously, making it a unique and complex process to optimize. With this research, we’re one step closer to scaling up iron fuel technology for real-world applications. Could this be the future of sustainable combustion? Read the article 👉https://lnkd.in/eFmrESwk #SustainableEnergy #IronFuel #CO2Free #CombustionScience #EnergyInnovation

This Friday, February 14, we proudly welcomed the Provincial States of North Brabant to Technische Universiteit Eindhoven for an inspiring working visit to EIRES!   During this visit, Deputy Bas Maes and members of the Provincial States gained in-depth insights into the latest innovations in sustainable energy. We took them through the future of the energy system and demonstrated how EIRES, DIFFER and RIFT are working on groundbreaking solutions to accelerate the energy transition.   What did our guests experience? ✅ An introduction to TU/e and EIRES by Robert-Jan Smits and Mark Boneschanscher ✅ A visit to DIFFER: innovation in fundamental energy research ✅ Insights into the GENIUS project and the revolutionary RIFT technology ✅ Networking moments and Q&A sessions with energy experts   We were delighted to share valuable knowledge and insights and collaborate towards a more sustainable future! 🌍 Thank you for organizing Edwin Weijtmans and Verdi de Kok.

🚀 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝗽 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵, 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 – that’s what Varsha Pridhivi does as a boundary spanner at EIRES & TU/e Innovation Space! Since September 2024, Varsha has been connecting students, researchers, policymakers, and external partners working on the energy transition. Her mission? Keeping collaboration alive and making sure student teams can tap into the right expertise to tackle real-world challenges. 🌍⚡ What makes her job so exciting? The 𝗱𝘆𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗺! One day, she’s helping student teams find the right researchers, the next, she’s fine-tuning a Challenge Based Learning project or exploring new industry collaborations. Curious to learn more about how innovation and collaboration come together at TU/e? Read the full interview with Varsha here: https://lnkd.in/eBWY9Pc6

𝗘𝗖𝗡𝗦 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻! 🔋🌍 Register now for the Electrochemical National Symposium, hosted by GroenvermogenNL and EIRES. Be inspired by the following plenary speakers: Ifan Stephens – 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻 Ifan’s research is shaping sustainable energy by advancing electrolysis, improving zero-emission fuel cells, and innovating green chemical synthesis. Marnix Wagemaker – 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗳𝘁 Marnix’s research focuses on electrochemical energy storage, using advanced techniques like operando neutron, X-ray methods, and solid-state NMR to study battery processes. Join breakout sessions on bio CO2 electrolysis and integrated green H2, and explore the latest techniques driving the industry forward!🙌 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Monday, May 12, 2025 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Van der Valk Hotel, winthontlaan 4, Utrecht 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 09.00 – 18.30 hrs (including drinks) 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿: 18.30 – 20.30 hrs The registration page is now online, visit the following link to secure your spot➡️ https://lnkd.in/eV2HPGkx Sponsored by Energie | NXTGEN Hightech | RELEASE | EIRES – Eindhoven Institute for Renewable Energy Systems | 4TU.Federation | TU Delft e-Refinery | GroenvermogenNL

Exciting news for sustainable chemistry! EIRES Principal Scientist Marta Costa Figueiredo has been awarded funding in the latest NWO Open Competitie ENW-XS round for the REUSE project! 🎉 This groundbreaking research will explore new electrocatalysts to recover ammonia—a major nitrogen pollutant from agricultural sources. By developing a circular process that converts ammonia into high-value hydroxylamine while simultaneously producing hydrogen, REUSE has the potential to revolutionize both sustainable energy and waste reduction. Congratulations to Marta on this achievement! 👏 Read more here (in Dutch): https://lnkd.in/eGjBefMd #Sustainability #GreenChemistry #Hydrogen #CircularEconomy #NWO #Innovation

Our PhD candidate, Hadi Rostamzadeh Kalkhoran, will present his research on multiscale computational modeling of perovskite solar cells at the Computational Center for Energy Research (CCER).   Join the seminar to explore advancements in perovskite-based BIPVs! Date & Time: February 13th, 2025 | 10:00–11:00 CET Location: TU/e, Building Disruptor 0.30 & Online (MS Teams - QR code)   About Hadi: Hadi holds a master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from Sharif University of Technology. He then advanced his research at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics of Complex Technical Systems, where he focused on mathematical modeling of gas diffusion layers in electrolyzers. Since joining Eindhoven University of Technology in 2022, Hadi has been dedicated to the multiscale modeling of perovskite-based BIPV systems.   Learn more about Hadi's research: https://lnkd.in/dVi6cXHp Read the pre-print paper: https://lnkd.in/gj2Yv-y9   Thank you to CCER and EIRES – Eindhoven Institute for Renewable Energy Systems for providing this opportunity to share innovative research! Built Environment at TU/e #solar #solarpv #pv #photovoltaics #perovskite #perovskites #seminar

Save the Date: 💡EnergyDays - Topic: Towards CO2 neutral industrial heat 💡 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻? Thursday 27 March, 12h30 - 17h00 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲? TU/e campus, DIFFER building 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: https://lnkd.in/ebRkaeCn Industry consumes 30% of national energy, with 80% used for heat, mainly from fossil fuels—making it a major CO₂ emitter. To achieve CO₂ neutrality by 2050, we need investments in energy-efficient processes, clean heating technologies, and infrastructure expansion, alongside policies ensuring economic viability. This EnergyDay explores the state of industrial heat use, CO₂ reduction options, key technologies, and challenges, highlighting actions to accelerate the transition. Keep an eye on our event page for updates about the program! 👇 https://lnkd.in/ebRkaeCn We hope to see you there! #EnergyDays #industrialheat

Don't miss this upcoming lecture by renowned Professor @Omar Yaghi, hosted by the ICMS - Institute for Complex Molecular Systems and EIRES. Topic: 'How reticular chemistry will solve the climate and water problems, fast'. 📅 Thursday, February 13, 2025 🕚 11:00 AM CET 📍 Filmzaal, Zwarte Doos, TU/e Prof. Yaghi from University of California, Berkeley, a pioneer in reticular chemistry, will share insights from his groundbreaking work on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) and Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs). His research has revolutionized fields such as carbon capture, hydrogen storage, and water harvesting. Register now for this exciting opportunity to learn from a leading expert in materials science! https://lnkd.in/egz3CY5s

Celebrating 5 Years of EIRES: ‘Happy to see our message resonate’⚡ In 2025, our institute marks its first lustrum! Scientific Director Richard van de Sanden and Managing Director Mark Boneschanscher reflect on the journey so far. Founded in 2020 by TU/e’s Executive Board, EIRES was created to unify energy transition research at the university. “We aim for maximum impact by bringing together top scientists and collaborating with industry,” says TU/e President Robert-Jan Smits. 🌍 Building a Community EIRES fosters interdisciplinary research and welcomes everyone involved in the energy transition. Van de Sanden: “Through online lectures, EnergyDays, Energizing Days, onboarding events, and site visits, we actively connect people across disciplines and organizations." 🤝 Expanding the Network Originally rooted in Mechanical, Electrical, and Chemical Engineering, EIRES has grown to include Built Environment, Applied Physics, and more — while attracting external partners to shape its research direction. Here’s to the next five years of innovation, collaboration, and impact! 🚀♻️ Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eSQKF-Vb And check out our special anniversary newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/eQpxS8ev